Back to Back home runs in the 9th inning by Detroit lifted the Tigers past the Kanas City Royals 4-3 Saturday.
The Royals built a 3-1 lead scoring 2 runs in the first inning on a Hunter Dozier double. Whit Merrifield drove in a run in the 4th inning.
The Royals and Tigers wrap up their 3 game series this afternoon. Brady Singer will be the starting pitcher. The first pitch is set for 11:05 am. The game broadcast will be joined in-progress following the 1st United Methodist Church service on KVOE 1400AM/96.9FM.
The Royals have named Bobby Witt Jr the Player for the month of June.
Witt Jr. tied for the team lead with 26 hits and 5 home runs in June and ranked 2nd with 15 RBI.
Scott Barlow was named the pitcher for the month of June.
Barlow led the Royals with 5 saves with a 2.84 ERA.
